House Demolition is the full removal of a residential building, usually to make way for a rebuild or a new development. Through Demolitions South Africa you send one request and residential demolition contractors suited to your property can reply with prices.
Describe your job once to get house demolition quotes.
Get House Demolition QuotesWhat House Demolition Includes
- Removal of the roof, walls, ceilings, windows and doors.
- Demolition down to slab, to footings or to natural ground level, as agreed.
- Loading and disposal of rubble.
- Optional removal of driveways, paving, boundary walls and outbuildings.
- A level, clear site at the end of the job.
Projects Covered
- Single and double-storey brick houses.
- Cottages, granny flats and outbuildings.
- Prefabricated, timber and steel-frame homes.
- Fire-damaged or derelict houses (after an assessment).
- Homes on tight urban plots and on larger stands.
Scope Options and Exclusions
Scope options
- Demolish to slab, keeping the floor slab for reuse if suitable.
- Demolish to footings, removing the slab.
- Full removal including foundations and services.
- Keep selected items, such as boundary walls, trees or a garage.
Usually excluded
- Asbestos roofs, ceilings or pipes, which need a registered asbestos contractor.
- Municipal demolition approval and heritage permits, unless agreed.
- Disconnection of electricity, water and sewer at the municipal connection.
How It Works
- Assessment. The contractor checks the house, roof type, access, neighbours, trees and possible asbestos.
- Quotation. You receive a written quote listing what comes down, what stays and how rubble is handled.
- Work. Fittings and roof come off first, then walls and, if agreed, the slab and footings.
- Clearance. Rubble is carted away and the site is levelled to the agreed standard.
Requests are accepted from all nine provinces. Matching depends on the service and on local contractor availability, so the number of replies can vary.
House Demolition Prices
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark ranges, excluding VAT. Your quote depends on the site.
| Work | Ballpark price (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Single-storey brick house, to slab | R200 to R320 per m² |
| Double-storey brick house | R280 to R400 per m² |
| Slab and footing removal | Add R100 to R250 per m² |
| Rubble cartage and disposal | R300 to R600 per m³ |
| Asbestos survey | R2,000 to R5,000 |
| 150 m² single-storey home, demolition only | R30,000 to R67,500 |
What Affects the Price
- Floor area, storeys and wall and roof materials.
- Access for an excavator and trucks.
- Neighbouring walls and buildings close to the house.
- Slab and foundation removal.
- Rubble volume and landfill distance.
- Asbestos, salvage credits and VAT.
What to Include in Your Request
- Suburb and town.
- Floor area or number of rooms, and storeys.
- Roof type (tile, sheeting, possible asbestos).
- Photos from the street and the yard.
- What stays: walls, trees, outbuildings or the slab.
- Whether you have, or need, a demolition permit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need permission to demolish my house?
Most municipalities require an application or notice before a building is demolished, and a heritage permit is needed for structures older than 60 years. Check with your municipality before work starts.
Can the slab be kept for my new house?
Sometimes. An engineer must confirm the slab suits the new design. If not, it must be removed with the footings.
What happens to the rubble?
The contractor loads it and takes it to a licensed landfill or crusher. Ask how many loads are included.
Can I keep doors, windows or bricks?
Yes, if agreed before work starts. Some contractors offer a credit for salvage instead.
What if my roof is asbestos?
A registered asbestos contractor must remove it under an approved plan of work before the rest of the house is demolished.
Who disconnects the services?
You arrange disconnection with the municipality and suppliers. The contractor checks that services are off before work starts.
Describe your job once and get the best quote, fast.
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Keep it brief. Give your location, the service, the approximate size and a short description. With your consent, your enquiry is passed only to independent contractors suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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